Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2009-3384 affects Apple Safari before 4.0.4 on Windows. A malicious FTP server could send a crafted directory listing that may crash Safari, expose sensitive information, or run code. This is mainly a legacy-software risk, but any remaining affected installs should be treated seriously because code execution is listed as an impact. Exposure is likely limited to Windows systems running Apple Safari versions earlier than 4.0.4 and using Safari to interact with FTP listings. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless legacy software remains installed. Prioritize remediation if any affected Windows endpoints remain. The business risk is high on exposed legacy systems because the CVE includes possible remote code execution, but urgency depends on whether Safari before 4.0.4 is still present. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Safari for Windows installations to 4.0.4 or later where applicable.; Remove or replace legacy Safari for Windows where business use is not required.; Restrict use of FTP from affected clients until remediation is complete..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- FEDORA-2009-11487CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=525788CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- safari-ftp-code-execution(54241)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- FEDORA-2009-11491CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:6362CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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